Just got on the forum

[scriss]

I'm new to playing with antique razors. I bought a couple of straightrazors, just for fun, and then a friend of mine gave me an old GEM.
I had no idea as what to do with this thing, so I set it aside.
A couple of weeks ago, I decided to get the GEM back out and take a look at it.
I found good carbon steel(?) blades for it at Rite Aid - who would have thought .........
I have since tossed my old Fusion, as I refuse to pay for new blades (actually, it's a money issue - work as a contractor, not much extra cash, etc...)
I can't believe folks don't use these GEMs any more.

[Theseus]

People tend to be a little scared of the Gem's and other SE's because they can be a little on the aggressive side. I personally love them. Most pharmacies will sell some sort of SE blade. I've found that the best for me are the Persona SS blades that they sell at Walgreens.

[KenWeir]

Hello and welcome! As for nearly everyone using burn-o-matics, I think that's mostly a time issue & lack of exposure to real shaving. You should check the classifieds here for someone to hone one of your straights, you'll really enjoy that!